I love historical fiction when it imagines the life of those who have lived, and this was brilliant. Based on the lives of Jackie Collins and Jacqueline Susann (with some artistic license!) it looks at what it was to be a woman writing books that were somewhat racy. As a huge fan of Valley of the Dolls (a book I’m determined to re read this year as it’s been some time since I read it last) I devoured this book. Easy to read, it emulates the books it talks about in many ways. Drug addiction, sexism and misogyny are among the themes covered. Read for a book club and we all heartily enjoyed it!